First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives Salary in Texas

$49,261 $159,865
10th pct Median: $92,945 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$49,261
25th Percentile$66,920
50th (Median)$92,945
75th Percentile$128,264
90th (Top Earners)$159,865
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Texas median salary of $92,945 for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives has the purchasing power of approximately $98,563 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Texas's lower cost of living (COL index: 94.3) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives make in Texas?
First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Texas earn a median annual salary of $92,945 per year ($44.69/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $95,820.
Is Texas a good state for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives?
Texas pays slightly below the national average for first-line supervisors of police and detectives. Cost of living in Texas is lower average (COL index: 94.3).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Texas?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 94.3 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $92,945 salary in Texas has the purchasing power of approximately $98,563 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Texas increase real purchasing power.
How does Texas compare to neighboring states for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Texas

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $322,234
2 Radiologists $300,622
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $297,033
4 Neurologists $286,732
5 Surgeons, All Other $285,684
6 Psychiatrists $242,304
7 Physicians, Pathologists $236,602
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $236,040
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives in Texas

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the protective service sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: High school diploma

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